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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Kensington

495 E 7th St Apt 6C, Kensington, Brooklyn, New York, NY, 11218

$475,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
876 ft² (81.4 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Kensington, Brooklyn: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 876 ft². Asking price $475,000. Built in 1962.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

A Little Kensington Gem Beautifully renovated and filled with lovely natural light, this inviting one-bedroom, one-bathroom home offers an effortless blend of comfort, style, and Brooklyn charm. A pretty, thoughtfully designed kitchen sets the tone for easy everyday living, while the peaceful setting makes coming home a pleasure. Set within a quiet, well-maintained elevator co-op, 495 East 7th Street is wonderfully positioned for enjoying the best of the neighborhood, from Cortelyou Road's beloved cafes, restaurants, and farmers market to the open green spaces of Prospect Park. A lovely home in an enviable location, with all the pleasures of Brooklyn right outside your door. Parking & Storage available for additional monthly fees.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 69/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 8 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 115 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1962, 85 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Compared with the area

Asks $475,000, 3% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Kensington.

Median here
$487,000
12 listings, last 90 days

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More about Kensington

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Cortelyou RdQ10 min walk
  • Ditmas AvF11 min walk
  • Beverley RdQ12 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 20

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The building

85 units · 6 floors · built 1962 · 1 more home listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

495 East 7 Street · BBL 3-05376-0068 · built 1962 · 85 units

Roofy building score 83/100 · Mostly fineAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
19 (A 1 · B 14 · C 4)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
10
Rent stabilization
Had 4 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$363,000 on Aug 24, 2026

4 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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